Small Business Contracting
Resources for small businesses pursuing government contracts including set-asides and programs.
What FAA Contracts Could Open After 2,000 New Air Traffic Controller Hires in 2026?
FAA’s 2,000-controller hiring push can open training, staffing, tower operations, IT, and support contracts through FY2028, especially for small businesses.
How Can Small Businesses Bid on USCIS's $100M Biometrics IT Support Contract in 2026?
Small businesses can bid by tracking the forecast, confirming set-aside eligibility, keeping SAM.gov current, building a team, and preparing cyber controls before USCIS posts.
Will the Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act Remove Degree Requirements for Contracting Jobs in 2026?
H.R. 5235 would not change hiring today. If enacted, it could reduce degree screens in federal contracting jobs and force OPM guidance before agencies update postings.
How Should Small Businesses Prepare for Federal Year-End Spending Before September in 2026?
Small businesses should clean SAM.gov data, refresh pricing, and submit early so agencies can obligate funds before the September 30 fiscal-year-end rush.
Could DoD Labor Disputes Delay Contract Awards or Modifications in 2026?
Yes. DoD labor disputes can slow awards and mods when staffing, legal review, or contractor notice issues interrupt the critical path, but FAR notice rules still apply.
What Does SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Mean for AFRL Contracts in 2026?
SBIR/STTR reauthorization reopened AFRL AFWERX and SpaceWERX solicitations in 2026, but firms must keep SAM.gov, disclosures, and foreign-risk checks current.
Why Did Federal Small Business Contracting Dollars Fall in FY2025?
FY2025 small-business dollars fell because total awards slipped to about $179B, data quality stayed weak, and tighter 8(a) enforcement narrowed eligibility.
Does Incumbency Still Help Win VA IT Contracts in 2026?
Incumbency helps only when it proves past performance, cyber readiness, and lower transition risk. VA recompetes now reward measurable value, not tenure.
Why Won’t Incumbency Guarantee VA Contract Renewals Anymore in 2026?
VA incumbency is no longer enough: competition advocates, Part 806, and option reviews now push recompetes on price, performance, cyber, and best value.
How Can Small Businesses Win Navy Unmanned Surface Vessel Contracts in 2026?
Small businesses win Navy unmanned surface vessel contracts by qualifying in SAM.gov, proving SBA size status, building cyber readiness, and teaming before the demo window closes.
Which state and local government events should small government contractors attend in 2026 to win business?
Curated 2026 state/local events and attendance strategy for small contractors targeting AI, cybersecurity, and digital delivery—timelines, budgets, and top conferences like GovRAMP Cyber Summit and state procurement workshops.
How would codifying the 'rule of two' in House proposals change small business set-aside opportunities and what should small firms do now? 2026
Codifying the 'rule of two' (H.R.2804) would increase mandatory small-business set-asides, require stronger market-research documentation, and shift billions in contract opportunities to qualified small firms; small businesses should update SAM, pursue certifications, and capture forecasts by Jan 1, 2027.
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